Facebook tests feature that warns users who view ‘harmful extremist content’

Facebook has started warning some users that they may have seen “extremist content” on the social media site, the company said Thursday. Twitter A notice was shown asking “Are you concerned that someone you know is becoming an extremist?” And another that alerts users “You may have recently been exposed to harmful extremist content.” Both included links to “get support”. Trump tried to block the US Congress from authenticating Joe Biden’s victory in the November election.

Facebook Said the small test, which is only on its main stage, was underway in the United States as a pilot for a global approach to curbing radicalization at the site. “This test is part of our larger work to assess the ways Facebook can provide resources and support to people who are involved with or exposed to extremist content,” a Facebook spokesperson said in an email. are at risk, know them.” Statement. “We are partnering with NGOs and academic experts in this space and look forward to sharing more in the future.”